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overshadow
[ oh-ver-shad-oh ]
verb (used with object)
- to be more important or significant by comparison:
For years he overshadowed his brother.
Synonyms: , ,
- to cast a shadow over; cover with shadows, clouds, darkness, etc.; darken or obscure:
clouds overshadowing the moon.
- to make sad or hang heavily over; cast a pall on:
a disappointment that overshadowed their last years.
- Archaic. to shelter or protect.
overshadow
/ ˌəʊəˈʃæəʊ /
verb
- to render insignificant or less important in comparison
- to cast a shadow or gloom over
Other Word Forms
- v·o· noun
- v·o·Բ· adverb
Word History and Origins
Origin of overshadow1
Example Sentences
As the threat posed by US President Donald Trump tops Canada's federal election agenda, the issue of the country's contribution to global warming has been largely overshadowed.
The ending overshadowed an otherwise positive day from the 23-year-old Sasaki — who saw his fastball velocity suffer a noticeable drop on Saturday but took another step forward in his major league development nonetheless.
But when asked to reflect on his time with the Rangers this week, the potential awkwardness of the return didn’t overshadow the silver linings Woodward took from his tenure.
If only Bowe and Nguyễn’s mission accomplishments weren’t overshadowed by Perry waving a daisy offering bumper sticker wisdom about “collective energy” and “making space for future women and taking up space and belonging.”
Kenya's national high-school drama competition has been overshadowed by drama of its own after police fired tear gas to disperse a crowd that had gathered to watch a controversial play.
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